2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1999 Lotus Esprit. (349 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Esprit. (351 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lotus |
Model | DB7 | Esprit |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 349 HP |
Torque | 540 Nm | 351 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 276 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |